Google Doodle celebrates India’s 75th Republic Day with nation’s journey from analogue to digital

Republic Day 2024: A note on the doodle explains, "This Doodle celebrates India's Republic Day, which commemorates the day in 1950 when the Constitution of India was adopted, and the nation declared itself a sovereign, democratic, and republic state".

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The creative artwork signifies how the ceremonial parade would have been seen on screens across these decades. (Screengrab/ Google)

Republic Day 2024: On the occasion of India’s 75th Republic Day, Google has unveiled a special doodle, showcasing the country’s transformative journey from the era of analog TVs to smartphones. The creative artwork captures the evolution of technology and how the ceremonial parade has been witnessed on screens over the decades.

India, gaining independence in 1947 and becoming a republic on January 26, 1950, has experienced a remarkable technological transition. The doodle features two TV sets and a mobile phone, cleverly incorporating the ‘G’ of Google into the first analogue television set. The screens of the TV sets form the ‘O’s of ‘GOOGLE,’ while the remaining letters ‘G,’ ‘L,’ and ‘E’ are displayed on the screen of th mobile handset.

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The first TV screen displays scenes of the parade in black and white, representing the early days of television technology. In contrast, the second TV screen shows a camel contingent in color, symbolizing the shift to modern technology. The artwork, created by guest artist Vrinda Zaveri, encapsulates the visual transformation of India’s Republic Day parade through the years.

A note on the doodle explains, “This Doodle celebrates India’s Republic Day, which commemorates the day in 1950 when the Constitution of India was adopted, and the nation declared itself a sovereign, democratic, and republic state”.

As India prepares to mark its 75th Republic Day, the festivities will include an impressive display of military prowess and the nation’s rich cultural heritage at the majestic Kartavya Path. The overarching theme of the celebrations revolves around showcasing the strength of India’s women and democratic values.

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French President Emmanuel Macron is set to grace the occasion as the chief guest. President of India Droupadi Murmu will lead the nation in a 90-minute parade at the ceremonial boulevard, marking this significant milestone in India’s history.

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The Google Doodle not only pays homage to India’s journey but also highlights the impact of technology on the way the nation commemorates its Republic Day, emphasizing the progress from traditional TV sets to the ubiquitous presence of smartphones in contemporary times.

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